The Fog

This morning while driving to work it was really foggy outside. I kept trying to look ahead through the fog to make sure there were no dangers or things to avoid but I couldn't see more than a few feet in front of me and it was kind of scary. But as I kept driving, I realized that whatever part of the road I was on was clear and as long as I stayed focused on that part I would be ok. The fog didn't affect the place I was at, it was behind me and before me but the point I was at was clear.

It had me thinking isn't this what faith in God is like? There are a lot of times in life when you can't see more than just a few feet in front of you and yet if you are like me, you still try to look ahead and see further into the future and all you see is fog. Or, when you look behind you into the past and all you see is fog. Faith is being able to live in the here and now....the spot where it is clear for the moment despite the troubles and adversities surrounding you. Faith is NOT straining to see into the distance or fearing the dangers that may be lurking there, but allowing God to worry about the road ahead. Faith is giving him the past and allowing him to make good from it.

I'm thankful for the fog this morning it gave me a fresh perspective on faith and it gave new meaning to the scripture in Matthew that I've read a hundred times......"So do not worry about tomorrow; for tomorrow will care for itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own" (Matt. 6:34)

The fog doesn't scare me anymore, just as the future doesn't. God is in control.

A Mountain to move a mustard seed

It says in Matthew 17:20 .... "Because you have so little faith. I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, 'Move from here to there' and it will move. Nothing will be impossible for you." This morning while praying this scripture came to my mind and I told God that I felt like He was calling me to have faith the size of a mountain instead of a mustard seed in a very specific area of my life. I KNOW I have faith the size of a mustard seed, yet the mountain has not moved.

I also KNOW that God revealed to me and confirmed it that some changes will take place that will help improve that area, but as each day passes and no doors are opening it gets harder and harder to hold onto that promise. I think He is calling me to a stronger measure of faith. So, today I am praying for an extra dose of faith......a mountain of faith to move a mustard seed.

Although I do believe in His promise, I pray this prayer........

"I do believe; help my unbelief." (Mark 9:24)

New Again

Shout Out

I wanted to send a special shout out to the PTCC (Preston Trail Community Church) Singles group. This group of people are absolutely amazing! It's a small group, they are just starting out but each of them are so warm and loving I am sure it will grow in no time.

This is the first time since becoming a Christian that I have had kindred friends. After losing so many wonderful friends when I left my last church I honestly didn't think I would ever be able to find new ones and fill the void. Now, here I am a whole new set of friends....not better, just different. About ninety percent of them are walking the same road as I am, divorced, raising children on their own, dealing with ex's and finding authentic fellowship with God and each other in what seems like a couples world(and let's not forget sitting through a marriage series at church!). It's always amazing when God gives you just what you need, just when you need it. A set of friends in the beginning of your walk that will hold your hand and lead you to maturity and then a set of friends that you can take what you've learned and now walk alongside.

The PTCC singles have a strong desire to grow in God and to develop strong relationships with each other. We are currently doing a study of "Who is in your five?" a study on authentic fellowship. It's been fun learning the different personalities of each other.

So.....thanks to all of you for your acceptance into the group, your loyalty, your love and your warm hugs. And, let's not forget the laughter that makes you choke and water come out of your nose! I don't think I have laughed as much as I have with this group. Thanks for your prayers as I search the path for the new journey God revealed to me. Thanks Tony and Sandy for leading the group. Thanks for coming and finding me when I strayed away and bringing me back. I was told that if I ever left again that I would be hunted down and brought back. It's cool I've never had a "stalker" before! :)

I look forward to seeing what God has for the group!